8 Ways To Squeeze Exercise Into Your Hectic Day

By doing little exercises throughout the day
wherever you can — in the kitchen, in your car, while you brush your
teeth, or while you're sitting at your computer — you’ll keep the oxygen
flowing and stretch and tone your muscles.

You’ll also boost your metabolism: Did you know you can burn up to
500 calories per day just by fidgeting?

It’s true! I like to call these
little movements "fidget-cizes." They take only one minute or less and
they really do work! Fidget-cizes don't replace your regular workouts,
but when life gets too hectic, use these moves as a way to squeeze in a
little extra fitness all day long.

Here are a few of my favorites. Give
them a try!

1. Squeeze that butt: Do it in the elevator, as you're
walking down the aisles of a grocery store, and while you're waiting in
line at the bank. No one will know — and it's so effective!2. Work those legs: Try doing leg lifts at your desk or squats while you brush your teeth at night.3. Add some steps to your day: Whenever you can, sneak
in extra walking. Park your car far away from the store, take the
stairs instead of the elevator at work, or do a few laps of the mall
before you shop this weekend. Every step counts!4. Tuck that tummy: If you're relaxing in the living
room in front of the TV, try lying on the floor or on a blanket and
doing crunches. Make a deal with yourself that you'll do them throughout
each commercial break. Easy!5. Take a “dip” on the couch: Sit at the edge of the
couch and place your palms down on each side of you. Move forward so
that your body is off the couch, bend your elbows behind you, and lower
your body toward the floor with your knees bent and feet together. Bend
and extend your arms multiple times as you watch TV — you’ll lose that
arm jiggle in no time!Related - Here's How to Work Out While You're Getting Ready For Work

6. Stretch it out: Tension can build up in the neck
and shoulders simply from sitting at your desk, and it gets even worse
as the long work day drags on. Stretching encourages those tense muscles
to relax and counteracts any tightness from poor posture and tired
muscles. Try doing my Shoulder and Chest Relaxer, One-Arm Reach, and
Neck and Shoulder Release at your desk — you'll probably start an office
trend!7. Get firm on the phone: If you spend a lot of time
on the phone like I do, don't just sit there — make it a workout by
"pretending" to sit! Press your back flat against a wall and lower your
body by bending your knees to a 45- to 90-degree angle. Hold the
position for as long as you can.8. Get lean while you clean: Did you know that by
doing household chores — carrying laundry upstairs, vacuuming, making
your bed, dusting — you can burn up to 400 calories an hour? You’ve got
to do these tasks anyway, so you might as well turn on some music and
think of it as exercise!

Go ahead: Turn idle time into
exercise time and look for every opportunity to move your body. All of
those little moments will add up to major health benefits — you’ll see!